Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

Tackle the Hartsop Hop, a classic Lake District fell race from Hartsop covering 19.5 km with 1370 m of ascent. Expect rugged ridges, steep descents and spectacular Haweswater views; enter in advance or on the day while places remain.

Test yourself on the Falstone Falcon, a classic Northumberland fell race: 5.8 km with around 300 m of climb over rugged moorland. No pre entry needed, just turn up for £2 and race under FRA permit.

Tackle the rugged Ochil 2000s in Stirling on 22 August 2026, a classic fell run across Central Scotland offering about 20 miles and 5400 feet of climbing. Expect spectacular views and testing terrain for experienced runners.

Enjoy a summer canal towpath run in Kirkstall with distances from 10k to marathon on a flat, lapped course. Friendly race extras include a bespoke finisher medal, post race BBQ and a £1 donation per runner to the Hollybush charity.

Join Gecko Gathering at Scorrier House on 23 August 2026 for scenic trail and field routes from 2.5 km up to a half marathon and a 5 hour endurance challenge. Expect medals, a lively event village with music, food and family fun.

The Big Pilgrimage follows the Old Way from Southampton along coast and country, including a scenic boat crossing of the Hamble River. Choose 15 mile or marathon and collect landmark stickers before finishing near Titchfield Abbey.

Tackle 21 km of dramatic lakeshore and woodland trails around Derwentwater at the Borrowdale Trail Half Marathon in Keswick. Hilly terrain and sweeping views reward every step and finishers earn a bespoke medal.

Take on the Scafell Pike Trail Marathon around Keswick on 23 August 2026, a challenging 44 km single lap route over Scafell Pike and through Borrowdale. Expect rugged navigational mountain sections, stunning views and a bespoke medal.

Take on the Trunce 8, a classic Peak District fell race starting and finishing at Oxspring Playing Field. The 6.2 km route climbs 190 m and entry is on the day for £3, with a junior 3 km race for over 10s at £1.

Tackle Roseberry Topping on Wed 26 Aug 2026 in this classic short fell race hosted from Newton under Roseberry. Expect a punchy 2.3 km course with big climb and great views, junior entries welcome and on the day entry available.

Take on the Fellrunner Golf Ball in Rossendale for a gritty 8.8 km fell race with 244 m of climbing across classic Bowland terrain. Teams are welcome and post race food and drink ensure a warm community finish.

Take on the classic Holcombe Two Towers fell race on Wednesday 26 August 2026 in the South West Pennines, a challenging 4 mile course with 400 m of climb through rugged moorland. Expect steep trails, great views and a lively community atmos..

Join Its Grim Up North Running for a relaxed pop up summer run in Kirkstall, Leeds on 27 August 2026. Choose 5k or 10k, register on the night and enjoy hot food, a jumble medal and a beer or soft drink after the finish.

Join the Eyemouth Twilight 5k on 28 August 2026 for a chip timed coastal evening run with medals for finishers. Family friendly Scott's Mini Fun Runs, goodie bags and Giacopazzi's Gelato at the finish make it a fun seaside outing.

Take a scenic single lap around Wimbleball Lake on varied off road trails with a short tarmac crossing, choosing 5K or 10K. Part of the Wimbleball sports festival with canicross entries, chip timing and finisher medals.

Enjoy an early evening trail run around the Newnham estate near Plymouth with 8 mile and 4 mile options, including canicross entries. Proceeds support Bowel Cancer West for a great cause.

Punk Panther Dales Dazzler is a scenic yet rugged trail race from Skipton through the Yorkshire Dales, offering distances from half marathon to 50 miles with big climbs and live tracking. Finishers get a medal, tee and hot food.

Run the scenic Cambrian Way with 44 miles from Llanthony Priory to Cardiff or a rugged 33 miles from Abergavenny. Organised by Ridge Runners, this community ultra features well stocked aid and local finishers mementos.

Take on the Leeds & Liverpool Canal 130 mile non stop towpath race from Liverpool to Leeds on 29 August 2026, with a 40 hour cutoff and limited entries. Expect scenic canal views, historic landmarks and a true endurance challenge.

Experience the scenic 2 Islands Half Marathon on Saturday 29 August 2026, a coastal course linking two beautiful islands with stunning sea views. Friendly local atmosphere and a companion Berneray 10K make it perfect for island runners.